Battle Stories

When aliens invade, four baristas are forced to become the saviours of the world. Grab your double-shot of java and strap in - it's going to be a bumpy ride! ***** In the Earth's darkest hour, unexpected heroes are stirring... their coffee, that is. Four baristas on a camping trip are under-qualified to save the world from an alien invasion. But thanks to a hologram with no fashion sense, newly developed superpowers and an alien with a guilty conscience, they've landed the job anyway! So grab your double-shot of java, your blueberry muffin and strap in - Hasta barista, baby. [[2018 Wattys winner and twice featured]] [[word count: 100,000-150,000 words]] Please note this is a sample of the book, which has been published and is available for purchase: Ebook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09WKFVKQJ Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1644342154

A pacifist with a war god trapped in her bones must decide between stirring her demons or watching her allies and enemies unite against her. ***** When Queen Nomvula finds herself threatened by a reckless prince, she's cornered into navigating a battle that will devastate the region, and her clan, should it escalate. Worse, someone knows about her deadly secret, and where its bloody trail eventually ends. Staying ahead of her enemies means risking her land, her values, and even her children, all while keeping the war god inside her from takings matters into its own hands.

After being kidnapped and thrown into a VRMMORPG, 17-year-old Suzuki Mato must find the line between his real and in-game personalities before it kills him. ***** Following the death of his popular online persona, seventeen-year-old Suzuki Mato decides it's time to retire from professional VR gaming. However, his plans are abruptly cut short when he's kidnapped from his high school and forced to be a guinea pig for Genaco Gaming, the world's largest esports and entertainment company. Armed with nothing but his wit and a new online persona, he's thrown headfirst into the virtual reality of "Live No Evil," a VRMMORPG littered with overpowered bosses, secretive NPCs, and backstabbing gods. His mission? Find a way to conquer this new world and get back at the company that took over his life, all while avoiding 'Parallel' -- a condition that would make it impossible to separate his real and virtual personalities. Because in a world obsessed with VR gaming, Parallel means death, and Suzuki just doesn't have time for that... [Parallel Vol. 1 & Vol. 2 out now, Vol. 3 coming soon] Content/Trigger Warning: some transphobic language

A young sorceress, sworn to protect life at all costs, must choose whether to sacrifice her humanity or let an invading dragon army destroy her homeland. ***** Sorceress Liselle Alta has decided to put her troubled past behind her, and her first year at university has offered her the perfect chance to start with a clean slate. But after a terrorist attack on Induction Day, Liselle's dreams of having a normal life soon fall apart, and she must make a choice: Should she uphold her sacred Healer oath to protect life at all costs? Or should she fight in the upcoming war to help the Fireborn protect her homeland? With the invading dragon army on the march, Liselle has to decide before it's too late. [Fiction Awards Winner] #1 in love | 5 August 2022 #1 in action-adventure | 11 August 2022

Four college students playing Soul Knight find themselves transported to Terra due to their roommate's vow to draw cards. Their unusual appearances lead them to be mistaken for Sarkaz upon landing. They are respectively The Paladin of Rhine Lab (Skin: Hellsword. Greg) "Is this the power of the Balrog!?" "Flame Demon? Who?" The Necromancer boss to land in Kazdel (Skin: Orange Flame Demon Eye. Vera) "The corpse has stood up! Is this a Word of Power? She's a banshee!" "[Yan!] Where's my brother?!" The Druid who landed in the Ursus snowfield (Skin: Forest Envoy.Gus) "Hiss... Wendigo?" "Don't come any closer!!!" The vampire to land on the Iberian coast (Skin: Red Shadow Judgment. Vayne) "Brothers, it seems like we've traveled through time." "You don't need to say that!!!" x3 (CN TL) Cn name: 人在方舟：元气骑士 Original author:流浪的鱸魚

Hierd Die Grace, (what he calls himself anyways) awoke in another world, memories hazy about that old life of his. He finds himself with an accuired power. To have any"thing" that existed in the 1900's till 1950's. Guns, warships, planes, food, and military uniforms. Within the scope of his power, he commands (first) a village, then a city, then a country, then an Empire! Monsters of the winter, wars with countries, with the ever expanding presence of his empire, Hierd battles with humans, monsters, countries, entire continents with armies, navies and magical prowess. A rift in a medieval world; how will Hierd expand his empire? How will he use his power? And more importantly, what of his future? --- "I am the leader of Germany. It's founder, it's lord, it's force and intellect. I have come to plunder this city, not for resource, but for an army of men. I have not come to massacre innocent men and women. We have detained the civilians and put them in our carriages and tents. Fed them and reassured them. To the knights we have killed, I give my apology. But for this is war, apologies are not heard from, but are observed upon." - Hierd Die Grace

What if four of the smartest characters in fiction all joined the same school? Four humans with above-normal intelligence all enter the same school; however, instead of all being placed in the same class, they are all put in a different class. All character ages have been placed at the age to join ANHS. Also, to make sure the story works better, a lot of scenes will have to be changed just to ensure it works better for the story, and I will also be adding new scenes between characters to give them their own unique story. This will also mean that some characters won't be completely the same and will be changed up a little bit for the story.

"They're gone." Max bent down and tenderly picked up the shaking Pokémon. Her eyes were the prettiest shade of red, like she had jewels for irises. "You're safe now." "Scor?" Scorbunny looked up and craned her neck. There were still tears in her eyes. "Scorbun?" "I promise," Max whispered and stroked her fur. "I won't hurt you. I'll protect you." (-◉-) Max Hickory, son of the Pokémon professor Evelyn Hickory, has been content living as a normal school boy; no traveling, no tournaments, no drama. Despite this, when his partner Cinderace and best friend confesses her love after two years, he drops everything, embarking on a journey to discover what kind of relationship they could forge in a world where Pokémon and humans, despite their bonds, never joined in love. But never in his wildest dreams could Max have imagined the forces he would discover, the powers he would unlock, or the lives that would rest in his hands. He encounters friends and enemies, both new and old, as he faces against gym leaders, unveils the language of Pokémon, ignites the wrath of an ancient clan, reveals the true potential of Mega Evolution, and stands against an enemy that threatens the balance of life and death itself. All the while, Max must stay true to the values that have guided him thus far: so long as he holds the power to protect others, it is his responsibility to use it. No matter the cost. Quick note: Just so you know, this is not a "reader x Pokémon" kind of book, and it's clean too. I just couldn't find that many good and clean Pokémon books (unless it's about Ash) but they're out there. Thanks for reading! Ranked #1 for Cinderace in November 2022 I don't own the background picture used for the cover. I don't own Pokémon. I only own my original characters and this story.

Y/n L/n, a new Trainer from the Galar region, travels to the Kanto region to attend Indigo Academy. A region unknown to him, but with a new horizon to explore... But he'll soon find more than schoolwork. As he'll encounter rivals, new friends, new adventures and New Pokémon! But his journey will all bring new dangers that seemed to be linked to the stories his Grandpa told him and the strange necklace given to him. But it can't be that bad.... Can it? @ All Rights Reserved.

Once every thousand years, the Gods gather to decide whether humanity deserves to live. They call it mercy. They call it judgment. They call it divine order. But when extinction is declared unanimous, an angel-beloved by Heaven itself-steps forward and chooses humanity. She is [Name] [Last Name], a natural-born angel with wings of gold and white, adored by gods, revered by valkyries, and whispered about in every divine realm. As Ragnarok begins, her presence changes everything. Gods fall not only in battle-but in love. Humans fight harder when Heaven stands beside them. And the line between divine and mortal desire shatters completely.

Improvsing Aarohi Goenka and Suryaputra Karn ✨❣️ --- She fell from the sky. He was destined to burn beneath the sun. °°° Heartbroken in her own world, Aarohi never imagined falling into another - let alone into the age of warriors and gods. In Dwapar Yug, she meets Karna before the world crowns him, before gratitude binds him and before tragedy claims him. Where others see a suta-putra, she sees a man at war with himself. But loving a legend is dangerous and questioning destiny is worse. Because changing Karna's path may mean rewriting the Mahabharata itself.

On the night of Sacks Lab destruction, another life is affected by the green mutagen. The family of 4 turtles and a rat will welcome another mutant into their home. These lives were changed on the same night and their destinies would forever be entangled as they walk the path of honor, courage, love, and family. Raelynn joined the family of five mutants when she was little, and she has grown under their guidance and discipline into a fierce young woman. However, her presence in this universe has changed the outcome of the turtle's fates as they are now in for far more adventures than they may have expected. Nonetheless, one thing remains certain, no matter where they go, this group of Mutants will always protect each other and the innocents against any enemies that may arise -in or out of their world. Pasts are unknown, the Future is shaken. What was supposed to be, will not, and what was not, shall be. Long story. Slow burn. Eventual OCxLeo or OCxRaphael. Romance & some spice is included but no lemons/smut. Violence, blood, trauma, and cussing involved. Please give this story a try Word count so far: 124k ***Chapter 3 is when the TMNT 2014 movie events start.*** [This is version 2.0 of my story Protectors. It is with this version that I will be updating & adding onto.] I didn't create the book cover, I found it on Pinterest.

In this world, killing does not require a blade. The manipulation of will and behavior has long been woven into society. Those who wield this power are called Suggestors. There are no immortals. No chosen ones. An enemy's blade, a whispered command, or a single miscalculation can end even the most remarkable life. While human kingdoms wage war for control of the continent, a small mercenary organization uncovers a threat that could end humanity...

My name is Alex. I've been summoned along with my friends to save the world from a crisis. However, in this story, my best friend Emi is the protagonist, and I'm just a supporting character who stays away from the drama. Contrary to my desire to keep a low profile, Emi always manages to get me into trouble. My abilities are far from amazing. Without anyone knowing that I'm behind their success, I can strengthen those around me and give them the push they need to overcome obstacles. While Emi faces epic battles and challenges, I remain in the shadows.

Fariddion was supposed to be safe - a world protected by Elementals, Owl Giants, and ancient magic. But when the Stranded, the lost souls of Earth, prepare a nuclear strike within Fariddion, everything changes. Fariddion chooses a psychic young girl as its champion, teaming her with Tibbar rabbit and Astar on a mission to stop the attack. If they fail, the Stranded will enslave Fariddion, and the peaceful afterlife promised to humanity will vanish forever.

A dream of a distant, futuristic island, perpetually shrouded in night and gloom, its surface slick with oil that reflected every flicker of fire and light. The island was vast, industrial, and mysterious, yet alive with activity. People, including your family, were working tirelessly, covered in oil, moving among towering structures and smaller industrial huts. Despite the darkness, life seemed normal, and you felt happy and confident, riding through the island in a car with your friend.

He died begging to go to hell. Ex-monk, contract thief, and assassin by consequence, his final prayer was a voluntary damnation. But instead of eternal flames, he receives something far worse: a second chance. Registered by a mysterious entity as a "Walker," he awakens in another world-similar to his own, yet distorted-with a hybrid body, metallic scales, and abilities that function like an RPG system. Living on the edge between bandit and monster, he discovers he holds the power to forge irreversible contracts called ENN, capable of turning other people into his Wanderers. Without understanding the rules or knowing who's pulling the strings behind the reality he's stumbled into, he's thrust into a cosmic game where fate, sin, and free will collide. And at the center of it all lies an inescapable promise: "One day, a Walker must kill the creator of his own universe." This is the story of a thief who begged for punishment... and received purpose. (This story is being submitted to Royal Road by the original author, that is Verkutt-Javi )

Welcome to the world of war, this story will focus and is the astro invasion, but different timeline, this world is connected to something else, the alliance must find out who to trust, titan tv man is infected, they must play smart, if not the war is lost

Two royal siblings - the Crown Prince and Crown Princess - have reached the age to wed. Their parents, the King and Queen, are alive but aging, and decree that whichever heir secures the greatest alliance and public favor through marriage will rule the realm. To maintain peace between the divided kingdoms of the realm, the monarchs announce the Unity Trials, a grand competition where both heirs must choose a spouse from a pool of carefully selected candidates - nobles, dignitaries, and foreign envoys - representing every major province and rival nation. The Trials are broadcast to the entire kingdom. Citizens (You guys) can vote for their favorite contestants, influencing who stays or is dismissed. But beneath the glimmer of romance and politics, a secret rebellion is brewing. Unknown to the royals, several contestants have infiltrated the palace as part of a coordinated assassination plot.

A story in summarized chapters; new chapters will be released periodically. Story description: Alfred and his brother are members of a dangerous faction called "the Cruises." The story highlights the importance of brotherhood and self-discovery, features brutal battles in a medieval fantasy world with creatures and almost divine beings, and uncovers Alfred Coogs' tragic past and sealed future.